
Local scientists are trying to better understand the causes of mercury among fish populations to inform public health and environmental guidance.
3 years ago
Listen 2:58Cheltenham residents fear a proposed housing development could increase flooding along Tookany Creek
Cheltenham residents fear a proposed housing development could increase flooding along Tookany Creek in Montgomery County.
3 years ago
Another ‘case of the underdogs’: Towamencin residents oppose sewer privatization
Towamencin Township is holding two town halls for residents to discuss the potential sale of the sewer authority.
3 years ago
Nonprofit renovating Cobbs Creek Golf Course could get $3 million boost with city funds
The lease with the foundation renovating the course doesn’t require the city to help with any money. But officials want to contribute $3 million over two years.
3 years ago
How is Montgomery County preparing for future floods?
The county is now acquiring land where three homes were damaged by Hurricane Ida along the Perkiomen Trail in Perkiomen Township, on a flood plain.
3 years ago
New federal flood insurance pricing system brings big savings to flood-prone Eastwick
FEMA’s “Risk Rating 2.0” more accurately reflects flood risk and the cost to rebuild after a flood. This means some owners will no longer overpay.
3 years ago
Listen 4:08Plastic remains the most collected litter at New Jersey beaches
Clean Ocean Action’s annual Beach Sweeps Report says plastic and foam remains the most collected piece of litter across 70 beaches in the Garden State.
3 years ago
A battle brews over use of the Delaware River: Recreational vs. commercial
As more kayakers, paddleboarders, and swimmers take to the Delaware, the commercial shipping industry pushes back, citing safety issues.
3 years ago
The money coming from the state could pay for infrastructure repairs or home buyouts — but it’s not yet clear how exactly it will be spent.
3 years ago
N.J. files brief to block an injunction over the fate of the Waterfront Commission
New Jersey intended to replace the commission with the New Jersey State Police next week. Now those plans are up in the air.
3 years ago
How the way we eliminate toxic PFAS from water also takes an environmental toll
Granular activated carbon is most effective at absorbing PFAS, but it contributes to the carbon footprint — a conundrum scientists want to solve.
3 years ago
Delaware’s rivers and streams are the most polluted in the U.S., a new report says
Environmental Integrity Project evaluated waterways classified as impaired, unfit for swimming, recreation, aquatic life, fish consumption, and drinking.
3 years ago
N.J. to study environmental impacts of offshore wind projects
New Jersey officials will commission studies on the environmental impact of offshore wind energy projects on animals as large as whales a ...
3 years ago
Enforcement of Philadelphia’s plastic bag ban set to begin April 1
The city will issue fines to stores for single-use plastic bags starting next month. A two-week awareness campaign is underway.
3 years ago
Mariner East pipeline motivates activist’s Green Party run for Pa. governor
Christina Digiulio, a pipeline opponent from Upper Uwchlan, said she wants to give voice to people affected by industrial pollution.
3 years ago